Walks along the beach-front. A round of golf or Grand Prix action at near-by Albert Park? There’s a lot to love about this Middle Park location. In fact, when it comes to lifestyle, this delightful bayside apartment boasts what is surely one of Melbourne’s most enticing offerings. You'd never guess that you are so close to Melbourne city when you cosy up on the couch after a long day of tourist hopping or business meetings. Enjoy all of your home-away-from-home creature comforts.
The Space:
Lovely, leafy Middle Park, with its laid-back atmosphere and beachside location is a real inner-Melbourne city gem! Brimming with a charming shopping village, a bustling café scene and a warm and welcoming community, it’s no wonder this location is so attractive to business and leisure travellers alike!
Take a picnic down at the Middle Park Beach-front or enjoy a night in with all available kitchenware including fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher, coffee machine, plus all cookware, glassware and utensils for easy dining. A washer/dryer is also provided in this space.
Enjoy a quiet sleeping space with a Queen bed, wardrobe space and fan. For additional guests, there is a comfortable sofa-bed made available in the living space. All quality linens and towels are provided. A TV, FREE Wifi and comfortable dining for up to four guests complete the living and dining room arrangements. Dedicated FREE secure off-street car space makes travel around town easy.
Professionals are drawn to this location by its proximity to Melbourne city, Port Melbourne, St Kilda, and whether you’re young or old, this is a place for those who like their creature comforts in a quiet setting.
Situated just by Albert Park with its swans and sail boats, it is a firm local favourite for early morning strolls, evening jogs and everything in between. The activity amps up in March when the Grand Prix comes roaring into town. Jog, cycle or walk around Albert Park Lake - just 3km from the centre of Melbourne. And when you stop to catch your breath, take a moment to enjoy the magnificent views of the city skyline.
Albert Park is home to a plethora of events, from fun runs to cycling events. Swim or try out the indoor sports facilities and fitness gym at the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre. Sign up for some sailing or rowing lessons, hire a boat or if you are a seasoned sailor or rower, join in on the weekly races and meets.
***Long term discounts available***
Guest Access:
This apartment is for your exclusive access.
Host available for emergencies
The Neighborhood:
Middle Park is part of an Aboriginal cultural landscape in the traditional Country of the Bunurong People. We respect the deep and continuing connection that Bunurong Traditional Owners have to these lands and waters, and we recognise their ongoing role in caring for Country.
Middle Park is an inner suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 5 km south of Melbourne's Central Business District, located within the City of Port Phillip local government area.
It is located between Port Phillip and Albert Park Lake, which is about halfway across the western side of the Albert Park Reserve (a state park), hence the name "Middle" Park. It is bordered by Canterbury Road to the east, Mills Street to the north, Fraser Street to the south and Beaconsfield Parade to the west.
Middle Park Beach is one of Melbourne’s top swimming spots. Also, this beach offers a number of shore-side cafes and beach-front restaurants that you’ll love exploring. Just like many other nearby beaches, this beach is also patrolled by Surf lifesavers throughout summer and school holidays.
Visitors who love playing, sun-baking and swimming can come here for a fun-filled experience. This beach offers cycling paths, walking tracks and even public playgrounds.
Middle Park, along with neighbouring Albert Park, contains some of the best preserved terrace house and Victorian architecture in Melbourne and is part of a strict heritage-conservation area. Many of the terraces line Canterbury Road, along the former railway line, which now has several more tram light rail stops since it was converted to tram use in 1987. Others are along the main shopping street, Armstrong Street. The fine old buildings and development restrictions in the area and new developments are generally sympathetic to the prevailing style, driving up real-estate prices dramatically, in marked contrast with neighbouring St Kilda.
Middle Park Hotel is a large Victorian hotel building on the corner of Canterbury Road and Armstrong Street. Built in 1889, it features wrought-iron lacework. The building was modified in the 1950s: decorative urns were removed, new doors were added, and windows were bricked up. Following a refurbishment in 2001, it was renamed the Gunn Island Hotel, in a reference to the island within nearby Albert Park Lake. Following another refurbishment in 2009, the hotel resumed trading under its original name. It provides bars, dining and accommodation facilities. It had a further refurbishment in early 2020.
Getting Around:
Middle Park Beach= 7 minute walk
Albert Park Precinct=2 minute walk
St Kilda= 20 minute walk
Port Melbourne Beach =15 minute walk
Princes Pier=9 min taxi
Go Get Car Hire: Nimmo Street near Danks Street, Middle Park | Mills Street near Richardson Street, Middle Park | Langridge Street near Patterson Street, Middle Park
Middle Park is served by route 12 which runs along Danks and Mills Streets, as well as route 96 which runs parallel to Canterbury Road. Kinetic Melbourne bus route 606 from Fishermans Bend to Elsternwick also runs through Middle Park. Port Phillip City Council also lays on a regular community bus linking the town halls, libraries, community centres and shopping facilities.
Other Things to Note:
-Long term discounts available
-Fortnightly mandatory general house clean with sheet change of $165 for bookings 14 days plus.
-Additional exit clean fee of $250 for bookings of two months or more
-Accidental lock out or failure to return keys/garage remote to lock box at exit $150
Interaction with Guests:
This apartment is for your exclusive access. Host available for emergencies